Celebrities who died by drowning

Drowning is a relatively uncommon cause of death, but a few high-profile celebrity deaths have raised awareness of the risks in recent years. Matthew Perry and Naya Rivera, for instance, sadly joined a long list of unfortunate souls who went the same way in the past. From rock stars to authors, there are a surprising number of celebrities who fell victim to drowning. Click through the following gallery to remember those who tragically passed away after slipping under the surface.